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SUMMARY:(Webinar) Culture Speaks: How Internal Communication Shapes What We Believe and How We Behave
DESCRIPTION:This experiential session on Wednesday\, October 22 at 9-10 am PST explores how internal communication becomes the heartbeat of organizational culture. More than just words\, the way we lead\, listen\, and message—formally and informally—shapes what people believe is possible\, safe\, and true within an organization. But this won’t be your typical corporate communication workshop. In this session\, we listen with our whole selves. We’ll use music and expressive arts to tune into the rhythms of how we speak\, lead\, and listen. From soundscapes to storytelling\, participants will surface the unspoken energy of their organizational culture—and learn to shift it with intention. \nParticipants will engage in soundscapes\, storytelling\, and creative exercises that invite reflection on how trust\, intentional leadership and transparent communication (these were participants’ insights from the last panel) foster a culture of psychological safety and belonging. Come ready to listen deeply\, create boldly\, and leave with new strategies to communicate with purpose and intention. \nRegister for the webinar here. \nMaking Our Strong Community\, Stronger is a collaborative initiative sponsored by BMC\, Broadcom Mainframe Software\, IBM\, Open Mainframe Project\, Rocket Software and TechChannel. With a goal of accelerating diversity by sharing different voices\, perspectives and corporate cultures\, we hope to inspire meaningful conversations and most importantly\, approachable actions that elevate inclusivity with lasting impact. Join our LinkedIn Group here.
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/culture-speaks-webinar-october-2025/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Making our Strong Community Stronger
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SUMMARY:LOL or BRB? Decoding Millennial and Gen Z Workplace Communication
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication is the foundation of a thriving workplace. It fosters collaboration\, nurtures innovation\, and ensures that each team member feels valued and heard. Without trust\, even the best communication strategies fall short. \nWhen individuals feel respected and supported\, they are more likely to engage in honest dialogue\, express concerns\, provide constructive feedback\, and take the necessary risks for innovation. This not only enhances team dynamics\, but also boosts employee engagement\, morale\, and organizational performance. \nResearch on trust underscores its critical role in business success. When trust is present among team members and leadership\, individuals are more willing to share ideas\, voice concerns\, acknowledge mistakes\, and seek help without fear of negative consequences. This in turn strengthens honest and effective communication\, creating a workplace culture where contributions are valued and respected. \nJoin the Making the Strong Community Stronger initiative as we embark on an exciting year where we explore the challenges and opportunities of communication in the workplace. \nPlease join us on Wednesday\, May 14 at 9-10 am PT/11 am-12 pm CT/12-1 pm ET for a webinar titled\, “LOL or BRB? Decoding Millennial and Gen Z Workplace Communication\,” where we start the dialog with Gen Z and Millennials to understand communications and trust from their perspective. \nDr. Gloria Chance\, PhD\, founder of The Mousai Group\, moderates the webinar. These Millennial and Gen Z panelists will join her: \n-Brennen Glover\, Manager\, Onboarding & Employee Development\, Rocket Software\, USA \n-Elizabeth Joseph\, global head\, Open Source Program Office for IBM Z and LinuxONE\, Open Mainframe Project \n-Lilly McPadden\, student at Marist University\, and co-op working in the z/OS Customer Test area\, IBM \n-Andy Wig\, senior editor\, TechChannel \nRegister now for this insightful webinar here. \nStay updated with all MSCS activities by joining our LinkedIn group here.
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/decoding-millennial-and-gen-z-workplace-communication/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Making our Strong Community Stronger
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SUMMARY:'Native Americans in Tech' Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Making Our Strong Community Stronger (MSCS) is hosting the ‘Native Americans in Tech’ Webinar Nov. 13 at 11 a.m. CT. The webinar will highlight Native American representation in the tech industry. \nModerated by Dean Dauphinais\, a passionate advocate for Native communities and a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians\, this webinar promises to be an inspiring session. Dauphinais will be joined by a panel of distinguished Native American tech leaders: \n\nJeanne Glass\, the founder of VirtualZ Computing and MSCS\nPhil Sutherin\, a mainframe technical consultant at Broadcom\nJeremy Hamilton\, strategic field CTO at BMC Software\n\nTogether\, they will share their journeys and insights\, aiming to empower and inspire more Native Americans to explore careers in technology. Register here. \nThe Making Our Strong Community Stronger initiative is sponsored by BMC\, Broadcom Mainframe Software\, IBM\, Open Mainframe Project\, Rocket Software and TechChannel. In addition to the webinars\, the initiative also produces articles and blogs about different diversity\, equity and inclusion views\, strategies\, best practices and experiences. \nStay updated by joining our LinkedIn group here or watch our other videos here.
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/native-americans-in-tech-webinar/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Making our Strong Community Stronger
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SUMMARY:Diverse Perspectives of Women in IT (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAn upcoming webinar hosted by the Making our Strong Community Stronger (MSCS) collaborative will feature a panel of five women discussing what it means to be a woman in the IT industry today. MSCS is sponsored by Broadcom Mainframe Software\, IBM\, the Open Mainframe Project\, Rocket Software\, TechChannel and BMC Software. \nThe discussion will be moderated by Dr. Gloria Chance\, president and CEO of The Mousai Group\, and panelists include: \n\nBecca Barrile\, internal communications director\, Rocket Software\nDr. Rebecca Gott\, chief technology officer\, Power platform\, IBM\nDonna Hudi\, chief marketing officer\, Phoenix Software\nArshind Kaur\, product manager\, IZOT division\, BMC\nRuchi Saxena\, research\, design strategy\, Broadcom\nAllyson Cook\, program lead\, customer engagement\, Broadcom\n\nThe webinar will take place on March 13 at 9 am PST/12 p.m. EST. Register today to claim your spot.
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/diverse-perspectives-of-women-in-it-webinar/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Making our Strong Community Stronger,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Closing the Knowledge Gap: How to Attract and Retain Next-Gen Mainframe Talent
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, October 16 at 9 am PT/12 pm ET\, join leaders from BMC\, Broadcom Mainframe Software\, IBM and Open Mainframe Project to discuss how to attract and retain next-gen mainframe talent as well as current internship\, mentorship and employment opportunities. Register here. \nRegistration is required and the webinar is open to all applicants from all backgrounds. This one hour event hopes to bring awareness to why inclusive hiring is important and highlight the many internship and hiring programs offered by leading mainframe companies. \nSpeakers include: \n\nEarl Dixon Jr\, Principle Client Services\, Vitality Program Tech Lead at Broadcom Mainframe Software\nJen Corio\, Director – Talent Acquisition at BMC\nShelly Meierarend\, IBM Z Global Skills Leader at IBM\nJohn Mertic\, Executive Director at Open Mainframe Project\n\n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Earl Dixon\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Jen Corio\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Shelly Meierarend\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				John Mertic\n				\n		\n\nIn addition to a presentation of programs by four panelists from leading companies\, the webinar will include a Q&A session to answer any attendee questions about the many mainframe job opportunities. This session will cover the following: \n\nBroadcom Mainframe Vitality Program\nBMC Next Gen Program\nIBM Z Day page\nOpen Mainframe Project Mentorship Program\n\n  \n \n  \nRegister here. \nCheck out other Marking Our Strong Community Stronger videos here. Join our LinkedIn community here. \n 
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/closing-the-knowledge-gap-how-to-attract-and-retain-next-gen-mainframe-talent/
CATEGORIES:Making our Strong Community Stronger,Mentorship,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Fostering Inclusive Work Environments for the LGBTQIA+ Community (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQIA+ community is a vital part of not just the technology ecosystem\, but the world as a whole. On May 17 at 9-10 am PDT (12-1 pm EDT)\, in the next session of the Making Our Strong Community Stronger collaborative initiative\, national DEI consultant Jess Pettitt will moderate a thoughtful conversation with panelists about the importance of community\, self-expression\, and relationship-building in creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals\, along with the impact of popular cultural polarization. Register for the webinar here. \nThis webinar’s panelists include: \n\nDebbie Schildkraut\, Founder/President\, Kestin Impact Consulting\nDan Brown\, Head of Communications\, LF Energy\nMichelle Hébert\, Enablement Manager – Data Services\, Applied Systems\nLarry Cook\, Global Event Manager\, Broadcom Mainframe Software\n\nCheck out other Marking Our Strong Community Stronger videos here. Join our LinkedIn community here.
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/fostering-inclusive-work-environments-for-the-lgbtqia-community-webinar/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Making our Strong Community Stronger,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Diversity You Cannot See: A Special Event on Neurodiversity in the Mainframe Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Did you know today an estimated 40% of people deal with autistic\, attention deficit\, anxiety\, and/or dyslexic disorders? Combined\, these mental differences account for the bulk of what sociologists refer to as “neurodiversity\,” or natural variations in everyone’s brain\, particularly those who have outlying characteristics\, such as autism. \n \nJoin us on Wednesday\, July 27\, 2022 at 9 am PT/ 12 pm ET for a special web event hosted by 30-year veteran Cynthia Coupé. Cynthia will share her experience as a neurodiversity expert and mother of an autistic daughter\, as well as industry insights and perspectives from three other neurodivergent proponents: one working professional in the tech industry\, a grad student “on the spectrum\,” and one neurodiversity staffing executive. A Q&A “town hall” session will follow at the same time on July 28. Replays will be available after each live event. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Yk-pogSRQSu17WJUZ1Khyg. \nTogether\, they’ll discuss how neurotypical people can better interact with this intelligent and unique population\, where communication breakdowns usually happen\, and what the future holds for this often misunderstood but increasingly important talent pool. They’ll also explore how societal awareness\, appreciation\, and participation with neurodivergent people can have a big impact on the way we work\, learn\, and commune with one another.  \n“Neurodiversity is the new normal\,” Coupé says. “Even though it’s less stigmatized today\, many people still don’t know how to navigate it\, even though we all interact with it regularly (whether we realize it or not). To build safe spaces where everyone can grow\, collaborate\, and work in the way that plays to our strengths\, this panel will lead the discussion on how we can better understand ourselves and each other.” \nAbout the moderator: Cynthia Coupé is a self-diagnosed neurodivergent and Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with over 30 years working in the field of neurodiversity. She is a TEDx speaker and the co-founder and CEO of Outreach Advocacy Resources and Services (OARS)\, Inc.\, a company dedicated to transforming the lives of neurodivergent clients by using their inherent strengths to better society. With her diverse background of serving individuals in the clinical\, hospital\, home\, and school settings (including her own autistic and ADHD daughter)\, Cynthia has developed a unique perspective and aspires to be a lasting ambassador for this vulnerable but brilliant demographic. \nAbout Making Our Strong Community Stronger: Making our Strong Community Stronger is the first-ever initiative on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in the mainframe industry. Sponsored by BMC\, Broadcom Mainframe Software\, IBM\, Open Mainframe Project\, Rocket Software\, TechChannel\, and VirtualZ Computing.  \n 
URL:https://openmainframeproject.org/event/diversity-you-cannot-see-a-special-event-on-neurodiversity-in-the-mainframe-workplace/
CATEGORIES:All,Diversity & Inclusion,Education & Training,Making our Strong Community Stronger,Webinar
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